Sakraura Gramin - Colonelganj, Gonda
Sakraura Gramin is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sakraura Rural serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakraura Gramin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakraura Gramin is 174943. The village covers a total geographical area of 1094.78 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sakraura Gramin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakraura Gramin
As per Census 2011, Sakraura Gramin village has a total population of 6,138 people, consisting of 3,239 males and 2,899 females. The village has 1,048 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,107 literate and 4,031 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakraura Gramin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,138 | 3,239 | 2,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,107 | 562 | 545 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 504 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 2,107 | 1,372 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,031 | 1,867 | 2,164 |
Nearby Villages of Sakraura Gramin
Sakraura Gramin is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Colonel Ganj(rural) | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Pipri | North | 2.43 km |
| Basehiya | West | 2.45 km |
| Munderawa | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Kachnapur | South | 2.72 km |
| Kumaharoura | East | 2.76 km |
| Kadipur | East | 2.84 km |
| Barawaliya Tallukdari | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Kutubapur | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Karuwa | East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakraura Gramin
Sakraura Gramin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Colonelganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colonelganj to Sakraura Gramin is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Sakraura Gramin is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakraura Gramin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakraura Gramin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakraura Gramin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakraura Gramin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakraura Gramin
Where is Sakraura Gramin located?
Sakraura Gramin village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakraura Gramin?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakraura Gramin is Sakraura Rural.
What is the pincode of Sakraura Gramin?
The pincode of Sakraura Gramin is 271502.
What is the population of Sakraura Gramin?
Sakraura Gramin has a total population of 6,138, including 3,239 males and 2,899 females.
How many households are there in Sakraura Gramin?
There are 1,048 households in Sakraura Gramin.
What is the literacy rate in Sakraura Gramin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakraura Gramin is 34.33%. Male literacy is 42.36% and female literacy is 25.35%.